chilled
- 01 B1 Intermediate
made cold, usually in a fridge, but not frozen.
moderately cold; specifically food or drink that has been refrigerated to a temperature just above freezing.
Simple“The waiter brought us a bottle of chilled white wine.”
In context“For the best flavour, the gazpacho should be served thoroughly chilled in bowls that have been kept in the refrigerator.”
SynonymsAntonymswarmroom temperature - 02 B1 Intermediate
very relaxed and not worried about anything.
characterised by a relaxed, easy-going attitude or atmosphere. Informal in register.
Simple“We had a very chilled Sunday just watching movies and eating pizza.”
In context“Despite the high-pressure environment of the fashion show, the lead designer remained remarkably chilled throughout the final rehearsals.”
- 03 B2 Upper Intermediate
feeling a sudden coldness because you are very scared.
affected by a sudden sensation of cold caused by fear, dread, or a sense of the supernatural.
Simple“She felt chilled to the bone after hearing the ghost story.”
In context“The witness was chilled by the defendant's lack of remorse, describing the experience as a cold weight in her chest.”
From Middle English chilled, chylled, equivalent to chill + -ed.
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.